Humanities Program, Public Relations Option, A.A.

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Designed for transfer, this option combines communication/mass media courses with liberal arts requirements. Bachelor’s degree graduates may take such positions as communications specialist, public relations specialist, copywriter for news and media releases, advertising worker, community relations specialist, lobbyist, speech writer and media advisor.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Evaluate their potential success in public relations through a broad examination of the topic
Demonstrate understanding of the definition, history, function, tools, and techniques of public relations
Investigate the characteristics of the practitioner, organizational structures, and job opportunities
Practice the necessary skills and meet practicing professionals

Requirements

General Education - 45-48 credits

As described in General Education .

Career Studies - 12 credits as follows:

COMM101 - Communication Credits: 3
COMM102 - Communication Media Credits: 3
COMM106 - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: 3 *
JOUR101 - Introduction to Journalism Credits: 3

Elective - 0-3 credits

Total credits required for degree: 60

Notes:

* Offered Fall Term only

Program Code for registration: HUPBR

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Suggested Sequence - Humanities Program A.A. Degree Public Relations Option

The following sequence is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.

Semester 1 - Fall Term

COMM101 - Communication Credits: 3
Mathematics /Science /Technological Competency Credits: 3-4⁽¹⁾
ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Mathematics Credits: 3-4 ⁽¹⁾

Total credits: 15-17

Semester 2 - Spring Term

COMM102 - Communication Media Credits: 3
ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
History Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3-4 ⁽¹⁾
Social Sciences Credits: 3

Total credits: 15-16

Semester 3 - Fall Term

COMM106 - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Science (with lab) Credits: 4 ⁽¹⁾
SPCH115 - Public Speaking Credits: 3
History Credits: 3

Total credits: 16

Semester 4 - Spring Term

JOUR101 - Introduction to Journalism Credits: 3
Cultural & Global Awareness Credits: 3 ⁽²⁾
Humanities Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
Elective Credits: 0-3

Total credits: 12-15

Total Credits for Degree: 60

Sequence Notes:

⁽¹⁾A minimum of 12 credits are required from the Mathematics , Sciences or Technological Competency knowledge areas.

⁽²⁾ One course is required from the Cultural & Global Awareness knowledge area. Students may meet the requirement while simultaneously fulfilling the General Education requirement for another knowledge area.

Transfer Information

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